2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac CTS and 2009 Volkswagen T5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | T5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |